Integrated Amp Reviews

Description: Integrated amplifier with optional USB DAC or phono stage. Preamplifier section: Frequency range: DC–200kHz. Signal/noise (A-weighted, ref. 2V RMS): >95dB, Input overload: 10V. Input impedance: 10k ohms. Output impedance: 500 ohms. Maximum gain: 20dB. Maximum output level: 9.5V. Amplifier section: Maximum output power: 150Wpc into 8 ohms (21.75dBW), 300Wpc into 4 ohms (21.75dBW). Minimum rated load impedance: 4 ohms. Frequency response: 20Hz–20kHz, ±0.5dB. Voltage gain: 27dB. Damping factor: >1000. Output impedance: <8 milliohms. THD+noise: 0.01% (1kHz at 1W into 4 ohms). Dynamic range: 111dB (no test conditions quoted).
Dimensions: 8.5" (216mm) W by 12.5" (318mm) D by 3" (75mm) H. Weight: 12 lbs (5.5kg).
Serial Number Of Unit Reviewed: SI3-251.
Prices: $2195 as reviewed; price without USB DAC is $1995. Approximate number of dealers: 50.
Manufacturer: Bel Canto Design, 221 N. First Street, Minneapolis, MN 55401. Tel: (612) 317-4550. Fax: (612) 359-9358. Web: www.belcantodesign.com.